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Finding the perfect place to live can seem like an eternal struggle. It’s the most important, and one of the most stressful, things we can ever go through. The cliché goes that home is where the heart is; it’s definitely where your family will be, along with your friends and memories. All the important things in your life will likely connect back to the house you live in, in some way. Unfortunately, finding the right home isn’t always straightforward – there are scams around, and Indonesia is no exception. Getting advice from those who have been there, as well as from people actually in the industry is invaluable: you don’t have to learn every lesson personally.

Along those lines, we bringing a property theme to this edition with articles to help you through the property maze. Showcasing the weird and wonderful side of what you can get in the country, our Top 10 column by Kenneth Yeung offers up the “Top 10 Unusual Buildings in Indonesia”. Veering towards tales of property disaster and a pinch of caution, you’ve got “Come Hell or High Water” and heading in the direction of luxury and joy with an eye on your holidays, there’s the article "Bali’s Unique Beachfront Properties”. Concrete advice on dealing with real estate and property seeking comes in the form of “Unreal estate: House hunting hazards” and a heads up from our Scams in the City column - “Let the Sellers Beware”. Wanting to get away from it all instead? Check out “Back to Banten’s Beaches”, offering you an updated perspective on the area, post-tsunami.

Looking to keep you and yours entertained, we bring you our Events page with listings across the country and some fantastic deals lie waiting for you in the Classifieds.

Whatever your needs, Indonesia Expat is here to inform, and remember, we are open to suggestions.

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SCAM IN THE CITY Let the Sellers Beware

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OBSERVATION Come Hell or High Water

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BALI HOTELS Bali's Unique Beachfront Properties

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TOP 10 Unusual Buildings in Indonesia

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Pramod Kanakath is an expat teaching in Indonesia.

He does part-time travel writing and photography.

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Back to Banten’s Beaches

BY PRAMOD KANAKATH

Pantai Pasir Putih, Tanjung Lesung

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deadly and unexpected tsunami thrashed some of the most touristy beaches and nearby villages in Banten’s coastal areas in December 2018.

A volcano-triggered tsunami was the last thing many locals would even consider preparing for; especiall in a country ravaged by quakes and tsunamis.

Though quakes in the Sunda Strait have not been uncommon in the past years, Banten’s coastal areas; the beaches in Anyer, Carita, and Tanjung Lesung had almost always survived unscathed. Unfortunately, it was their turn to face nature’s onslaught this time. New Year parties got washed away, and, sadly, even some celebrities perished in a nocturnal tidal ambush by the waves.

For some weeks, or probably for some months, the beaches along Java’s westernmost tip were scattered with debris and countless kilos of plastic detritus. The road, being just a few metres away from the beachline, was also littered with branches of trees and other rubbish.

Small shops, restaurants, and hotels suffered major losses and had to be closed down for a considerable period of time.

The weekend beach destinations for many Jakartans was a no-go, with the furious weather continuing in the forms of incessant rains and thunderstorms for the next few months.

It was in March this year that I found time to drive along the coast for first time after the December tsunami. Getting all the way to the tip of western Java was, as always, a pleasant experience. Some parts of the road between Carita and Tanjung Lesung were still under renovation. Barring that, it was a smooth ride.

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Empty gazebos at Pantai PAL, Anyer

Boat ride at Karang Bolong Beach

Banten’s coastal areas may not be a great substitute for Bali or Lombok, but the beaches here are some of the best for relaxation if you can’t be straying too far from home in Jakarta.

I decided to start from Tanjung Lesung where a couple of resorts had bore the brunt of the waves. The place is posh, with resorts like Tanjung Lesung Resort, Kaalicaa Village, and a handful of hotels offering luxury stays to people seeking escape from smoggy cities.

Clifftop-Karang Bolong Beach

It looked like a ghost town as I drove into the compound of the Tanjung Lesung Resort and past the security station. The guard recommended Pasir Putih beach as one of the finest in the area. The beach is located a kilometre away from the security station.

It was as deserted as the path I had taken to get there.

Fishing boats anchored at Pantai Pasir Putih, Tanjung Lesung

But before me lay a beautiful stretch of azure sea, surrounded on two sides by tips of land filled with greenery. A few boats were anchored at a dilapidated jetty with the crew members lying down on the deck, watching soap operas on their smartphones.

Apparently, they were short of work and were eagerly waiting for customers. They were fishermen, but also depended on giving tourists rides when they were not fishing.

Though I had been to this part before, getting into the resort’s compound was a first for me. The Pasir Putih beach looked like a no man’s land where time had stood still. It was blazing hot, but the emptiness was inviting. Years ago, I had taken a nearby route to get to the Ujung Kulon National Park for a trekking expedition. I was wondering if anyone still dared doing that now, since the trekking path demands wading in seawater close to the wilderness of the jungle. The fishermen told me they don’t see many visitors at the resort these days.

On my way back, I stopped by a hotel in Anyer to have lunch by the seaside.

According to the receptionist, tourist numbers dropped a lot after the tsunami.

Even weekends see only a handful of people, though the situation is getting better month by month. A drop in prices is the best choice many of these resorts have to welcome the crowds again. Sitting at a dining table next to a pool overlooking the Indian Ocean, I enjoyed my peaceful lunch.

Anyer has plenty of beaches all along the coast. Many of those are accessed by payment ranging from Rp20,000 to Rp50,000. The Karang Bolong beach has a clifftop next to it. From the top, there are great views of the ocean and the beach itself. I came here on a Saturday to find out the weekend situation.

There were some visitors trying out water sports like banana boating and simple boat rides. Some climbed up the cliff using the steps just like I did. The beach was a bit crowded, but not as much as it was three years ago. There was definitely a lull in the noise. Still, it was good to see people returning to the place, slowly.

Apart from Karang Bolong, most other beaches are pretty standard, with gazebos and warungs lining up next to the sand.

Some beaches had empty gazebos, while others hosted handfuls of local tourists.

Banten’s coastal areas may not be a great substitute for Bali or Lombok, but the beaches here are some of the best for relaxation if you can’t be straying too far from home in Jakarta. With the roads well constructed and devoid of any zig-zags, reaching here is a breeze. Maybe it’s time to pack a weekend bag and rediscover the area now that infrastructure and businesses are working their way to recovery.

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COME AND EXPERIENCE JAKARTA’S BIGGEST INTERACTIVE ART EXHIBITION Jakarta’s biggest interactive art exhibition has landed, courtesy of teamLab Future Park. The project is the culmination of a collaboration between Sorak Gemilang Entertainment (SGE) Live from Indonesia and teamLab from Japan; showcasing the link between technology and art.

Five interactive installations are located on the second floor of Gandaria City, occupying an exhibition area of 2,000 square metres.

Animals of Flowers, Symbiotic Lives is an installation where visitors can touch and stroke a range of digitally rendered animals on screens, leading to flowers growing on the bodies.

Allowing visitors to form an understanding of natural ecosystems, Graffiti Nature: Lost, Immersed and Reborn has displays of creatures eating one another.

Admission Fees Rp200,000 (Monday to Thursday) Rp250,000 (Friday to Sunday, national and school holidays) Location Gandaria City 2nd Floor Jl. Sultan Iskandar Muda, South Jakarta Website www.sgelive.com Instagram @futureparkjakarta

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By interacting with Sliding through the Fruit Field, visitors are treated to the experience of sliding down an interactive, digital, art slide.

Sketch Aquarium allows visitors to make their own drawings of sea creatures straight from their own imagination and then have them presented back to them through a large, digital aquarium.

Finally, Light Ball Orchestra encourages guests to play with and roll around balls that are illuminated, each changing colour and making sounds when interacted with.

Exotic Papuan Delicacies at Hotel Borobudur Jakarta

Renowned as ‘Pearl from the East’, Papua has a wealth of beautiful scenery, and natural and cultural heritage. Besides its magnificent beauty, the province located at the far eastern side of Indonesia is also famous for its arts and culture, just waiting to be explored.

The traditions, dances, handicrafts, and typical Papuan paintings always take centre stage when displayed. But there are also Papua dishes which actually have their own charm.

Hotel Borobudur Jakarta presents the exoticism of Papua at Bogor Cafe with its Papua Food Promotion during the month of September 2019. Foodies might be familiar with Papeda, a signature Papuan dish made from the base ingredient of sago.

There is also a wide array of other authentic Papuan dishes that you should try, such as kua asam fish, bototo chicken, Papua rica chicken, papaya flower genemo, sagu sinole, mashed sweet potatoes, and many more. Bogor Cafe is decorated with many iconic Papuan ornaments to create an immersive, exotic culinary journey and as part of our effort to preserve and present Indonesian culture.

Enjoy the Papua Food Promotion in Bogor Cafe, buffet style, starting from Rp398,000++ per person. The promotion of Papuan specialties is supported by Yougwa Danau Sentani, a Papuan restaurant in Jakarta. Discover the range of exotic Papua delicacies at Bogor Cafe that will give you a whole new culinary experience. For reservations and further information, please contact (+ 62-21) 380 5555 ext.

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About Hotel Borobudur Jakarta Hotel Borobudur Jakarta, the leading five star hotel and ‘Grand Old Lady of Hospitality’ in Jakarta, features 695 guest rooms and suites as well as extensive meeting facilities, all set in 23 acres of landscaped tropical gardens. Located right in the heart of town, the hotel offers a wide selection of restaurants: Italian, Chinese, Japanese and International cuisine. Klub & Spa Borobudur is amongst the finest and best-equipped health club and spa in town.

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PROPERTY TIPS

Unreal Estate: House Hunting Hazards

BY DUNCAN GRAHAM

Planning to stay awhile so looking to buy or rent? Don’t rush to cancel the temporary hotel stay just yet.

Sadly, the real estate business in Indonesia is all over the place, literally and metaphorically. Doubt me? Read on, then go wander around a district where you’d like to live.

There’s an apocryphal tale about newbies not wondering why their perfect find has been empty for so long. They’ve checked for leaks and security screens, distance to schools and shops, and much else before confirming the contract.

Pretty soon, they discover a nearby centre of worship’s amplifiers are soldered on maximum. The maxim here is “listen before signing.”

Here’s another hazard for those prioritising quietude: even in the supposedly residential gated communities, families set up salons, childcare centres and shops in their houses, bringing traffic with it.

In many Western nations there are government-licensed commercial real estate agents – what North Americans call realtors. One call will usually deliver the response you’d expect after dialing emergency services.

The sales folk are hungry. They’re paid by commission; the more properties they can offload the richer they’ll become. That’s the theory, though much depends on the state of the national economy.

In Indonesia, the domestic market tends to be slow. Proof being, the sight of tattered and torn DI JUAL (for sale) and DISEWAKAN (for rent) signs which have suffered through more than a couple of wet seasons.

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If the phone number is still legible, a call usually gets a discontinued tone. Delete the agent’s name from your notes. A business which can’t maintain a banner is unlikely to be keeping its books updated.

But here’s the rub. Landlords who know that potential renters are stouter and heavier than the locals also assume the extra weight is located in the wallet, and so needs slimming.

Even the big names react at their own pace.

This column is still waiting for comment from a major agency that spends a fortune on advertising but evidently not on callbacks.

Best have an Indonesian friend make initial enquiries and establish a price. Curiously, this most important of info is regularly omitted from adverts in regional dailies like the Jawa Pos and its scores of spinoffs.

Newspapers may well have disappeared, along with supermarket check-out staff, in your hometown, but here both survive with house listings.

Buying is difficult: last year Indonesia Expat published information on foreigners’ rights to purchase property https://indonesiaexpat. biz/business-property/foreigner-owningproperty-indonesia/ As the regulations seem to be churned monthly don’t just hire any lawyer, but a law office where conveyancing is their daily nasi goreng and they know the Ministry of Land’s latest laws. Some handy info is to be found here: https://www.globalpropertyguide.com/ Asia/Indonesia/Buying-Guide Unless you’re with a big corporation or campus which has promised housing to lure you to the archipelago, the reality about realty in Indonesia is DIY – do it yourself.

While cruising around suburbs, note the TANPA PERANTARA posters. These mean the owner will not be employing an agent and probably doesn’t want you to do so either. Decode the message yourself.

In most cities and suburbs, properties are found and deals done by word of mouth.

Checking expat groups is a good way to start.

For example, in Malang a communityminded couple circulates news of upcoming vacancies and runs ads for newcomers. See East Java Friends on Facebook.

Aggregator sites worth browsing include https://www.rumah123.com/ and https://rumah.mitula.co.id/. Don’t assume they have all available properties or that those advertised are still on the market.

Because the real estate industry is still a mewling babe, there’s little mature data available. Where sales are recorded by government agencies that clip the ticket with stamp duties, capital gains tax, and other imposts, it’s possible to work out the price range of pads that appeal.

Here, sellers tend to think of a figure and double it because the cousin’s aunt in the next street said that’s what the property opposite went for. Or so their driver reckoned.

Internationally, the real estate industry is getting scientific in collating values and applying useful demographics, such as age and income.

The number of bedrooms and bathrooms advertised are crude measures; the rooms may be small and windowless, the yard tiny, and the street a jalan tikus (short cut) used by thousands of motorbikes when the main road is clogged.

Is the electricity adequate? The sole provider is the government-owned Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN), which chokes power to some homes to keep the tariff low. If you have a microwave and toasters, the setting may need to be lifted.

Indonesian landlords want their money up front – all of it – and they usually seek contracts of two to three years. Change your mind once the ink has dried and it could well be bye-bye to all your savings.

Disputes with landlords need to be settled face-to-face. Consumer protection law is not strong, which is being polite.

Tenancy dispute tribunals are a foreign idea. Although legal action is available, anecdotally it’s rare to hear of foreigners winning, however strong their case.

It’s not all grim and gloomy though. There are decent landlords out there – just take time to search thoroughly. Also, don’t forget to say hello to the Rukun Tetangga (RT); the neighbourhood leader.

Chances are, she or he will already know you’re renting so get in first with the handshakes and learn about your civic duties. These are seldom onerous and generally include occasional street clean-ups and coffee for the satpam (security guard).

Be discreet but friendly and helpful. In one of the world’s most densely populated islands, harmony and cooperation are essentials. Back home you probably won’t know your neighbours but here they’ll all know you.

(Your correspondent has experience renting in Surabaya but no legal qualifications – so get your own professional advice.)

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Easy transportation access to reach Setiabudi Astra MRT Station takes five minutes on foot, train at Sudirman station (2km) takes 15 minutes and Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (30 km) takes 45 minutes by car. In 2018, Fraser Residence Sudirman won Indonesia's Excellence Service Award for Serviced Apartment from Indonesia Travel & Tourism Award.

Frasers Residence Sudirman Jakarta offers 108 Gold Standard fully-furnished serviced apartments. With a selection of one, two, and three bedroom apartments, Fraser Residence Sudirman Jakarta is designed to create an open, airy feel, with full-length windows to liven up the atmosphere with natural light, and an open concept kitchen. Bedrooms come with cozy wooden flooring, and master bedrooms feature ensuite bathrooms complete with tub and shower. Wireless internet access lets you stay connected, while the restricted key card lift access, and individual lift landings for each apartment, offer security, privacy and peace of mind when you’re far from home.

Property leisure and amenities provides Olympic-sized swimming pool with hot & cold dip pool, fitness centre, tennis, squash, half basket courts, jogging track, BBQ Area and indoor & outdoor kid’s playground.

At Fraser Residence Sudirman Jakarta, you’ll find every comfort and convenience to make your stay in Jakarta better than you ever dared imagine. Every Fraser Residence is a home-away-from-home, designed to complement the lifestyles of its guests with the highest levels of personalised, intuitive service from dedicated Fraser staff.

In September 2018, Frasers Hospitality, a member of Frasers Property Group, was one of the big winners in the recently concluded 2018 World Travel Awards for Asia & Australasia held in Hong Kong. The serviced residence operator swept seven honours at the awards ceremony, including the coveted award for Leading Serviced Apartment Brand in Australasia for the third year running as well as Indonesla’s Leading serviced Apartment Brand for the second year running.

Frasers Hospitality first entered Indonesia in 2011, and has grown to three properties to date. Fraser Residence Sudirman Jakarta, Fraser Residence Menteng Jakarta and Fraser Place Setiabudi Jakarta are Gold-standard serviced residences ideally located around business districts, key tourist sites and shopping and dining establishments.

Frasers Hospitality’s global portfolio, including those in the pipeline, stands at 150 properties in over 80 cities. With a remarkable list of accolades and awards as recognition of its success, Frasers Hospitality remains committed to anticipating and exceeding the evolving needs of executive travellers with continuous innovation and intuitive service, creating a second home for guests where staff feel like family and residents feel like community.

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BUY A LUXURY SERVICED APARTMENT Welcome to The Double View Mansions Bali (DVM) in Pererenan, Bali. DVM is a luxury, serviced apartment complex that also operates as a hotel complete with all day dining restaurant, providing short and long term accommodation. The 40, fully furnished apartments have options for one to three bedrooms, and from 78m² to 205m² in size.

All units are available for sale. This provides a rewarding opportunity for investors looking to receive a passive income by renting out their unit commercially. DVM Bali manages all properties exclusively from the onsite office. Professional property management services include; support with renting out your unit, marketing should you decide to sell, and full maintenance while you are absent.

CO-LIVING & CO-WORKING

You can now own a piece of paradise, sitting only 250 metres from the beach, that features picturesque ocean and rice paddy views. DVM is located in Pererenan, a peaceful neighbourhood of Canggu, Bali. Canggu has experienced a rapid surge in tourism, becoming the top choice for many long-term visitors in Bali.

Make Bali your new home and create a base in paradise when you book a long-term stay. Live in luxury and upgrade your workspace at DVM. Apartments are fully furnished and feature: • balconies with ocean and rice paddy views • a fully equipped kitchenette • a furnished dining space • a living room with LCD TV

Luxury properties in most of Canggu have experienced a surge in price, leading to high valuations. However, DVM’s location in Pererenan offers much more attractive pricing than the surrounding areas. The potential for capital growth and return on investment (ROI) is compelling.

Are you tired of the traffic, noise, and pollution? Retreat from the busy crowds and enjoy stunning ocean views in a tropical oasis at The Double View Mansions Bali (DVM). A five-minute walk from the beach, the property houses luxury, serviced apartments and a co-working space with premium amenities.

The co-living packages are designed around your needs. DVM takes care of everything from the moment you land in Bali. So, you can focus on getting work done and enjoying your stay. Skip the drive because everything you need is provided onsite, from luxury accommodation and an airconditioned workspace, to delicious food and convenient transportation.

A dedicated WiFi network with ultra fast speeds ensures you stay online.

The luxury property features a poolside restaurant and bar with panoramic views of the ocean and rice paddies. You can enjoy freshly made meals, signature cocktails, and curated wines. Relax on a sunbed during the day and light up the firepit at night. Other premium amenities include: • 24-hour gym • dedicated management office • private indoor parking garage • daily housekeeping and laundry service • 24/7 security Take in the peaceful surroundings and avoid distractions. You can watch the sunrise with misty Mount Batur and Agung peering through the clouds above the rice paddies. Then in the evening, take in the picturesque sunset over the vast ocean stretching across the horizon.

Apartments range from one to three bedrooms, so whether you are a solopreneur or a team, DVM has you covered. Benefit from an optimal coworking and co-living environment along with other like-minded guests.

Meet your next business partner or launch your next project from paradise at The Double View Mansions Bali.

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SCAM IN THE CITY

Kenneth Yeung is a Jakarta-based editor

Let the Sellers Beware Imagine you’re selling your house without using the services of a real estate agent. What could possibly go wrong? Plenty.

BY KENNETH YEUNG

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akarta Police in August 2019 announced they had busted a “land mafia” that had fraudulently obtained properties and then mortgaged them. The ringleader ran two syndicates and apparently scammed only two property owners, but in each case, his choice of targets was interesting.

The first victim is the wife of Jakarta’s former transport chief, who is serving a 13-year jail term for corruption. The second victim is a former Golkar Party legislator, who was jailed in 2011 for accepting a bribe to help elect a senior official of Bank Indonesia.

The scammers duplicated the freehold certificates, returned the fake ones to the owners and then used the originals, now transferred to the bogus buyer’s name, as collateral to borrow billions.

Here’s how the property purchase scam works. A potential buyer approaches you, and after some haggling, you agree on a price. The buyer makes a good faith downpayment of a few hundred million rupiah, so you know you can trust him. He requests the Freehold Certificate (Sertifikat Hak Milik), so his notary can check its veracity at the National Land Agency. You hand over the certificate and other documents, which are soon returned. The buyer later decides not to go through with the purchase. Two months later, a finance company informs you that your property was put up as a guarantee for a loan of billions of rupiah.

Udar was lucky to get only five years, as prosecutors had demanded a 19-year sentence, accusing him of money laundering and marking up the prices of faulty Transjakarta buses in 2012 and 2013.

How could this happen? Easily. The scammers duplicated the freehold certificates, returned the fake ones to the owners and then used the originals, now transferred to the bogus buyer’s name, as collateral to borrow billions.

Perhaps unwisely, Udar appealed at Jakarta High Court, which increased his sentence to nine years. He then appealed at the Supreme Court, which extended the sentence to 13 years and fined him Rp1 billion (US$73,500).

The alleged mastermind of the two syndicates was identified as Scot Donovan David (44). He’s not a Westerner, despite his Western-sounding name. He was already known to police from a 2010 fraud and money laundering case, in which he faked documents to obtain US$2.65 million for a company he claimed would export nickel to China. He received a nine-year jail sentence for that crime.

Upon early release from jail, Scot in 2018 assembled his two groups to perpetrate land fraud.

Liga Mas House The first group’s victim was Lieke Amalia. She’s the wife of former Jakarta Transportation Agency head Udar Pristono.

Udar was in September 2015 sentenced to five years in jail and fined Rp250 million for accepting a Rp78 million bribe from a company that won a tender from his agency.

The bribe was made by paying Rp100 million for a 2002 Toyota Kijang that was actually priced at only Rp22.42 million.

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When the Attorney General’s Office was investigating Udar’s assets in 2013, its anti-corruption unit raided his house at the Liga Mas residential complex in Duren Tiga, Pancoran, South Jakarta. It was this house that Scot’s first gang targeted in August 2018.

One of Scot’s accomplices, using the pseudonym Wawan, posed as a buyer and agreed to purchase the 694 square metre

former president Suharto. Suhardiman was at one time regarded as the most powerful military entrepreneur in Indonesia.

Scot’s gang dealt with the late Suhardiman’s eldest son, Bobby, a former Golkar legislator.

Bobby himself was in 2011 sentenced to one year and four months in jail for accepting bribes with other legislators to elect Miranda Goeltom as senior deputy governor of Bank Indonesia in 2004. property from Lieke for Rp24 billion. With funds provided by Scot, he made an advance payment of Rp200 million on August 9, 2018. On the same day, the gang made a Conditional Sale and Purchase Agreement (PPJB), which was legalised by a notary identified as Budi Aryanto. For this, Wawan had borrowed Lieke’s property ownership certificate. The following day, he gave her a faked certificate in return, made by another member of the gang, Asmadi.

Next, a member of the gang posed as Lieke and used the original ownership certificate to draw up another PPJB before another notary. Following that, the scammers made a Sale and Purchase Agreement (AJB) in the presence of a Land Deed Acquisition Officer (PPAT), purportedly selling the property for Rp19.5 billion.

The property was then mortgaged to borrow Rp6.8 billion from a trio of financiers.

When Lieke discovered the swindle, she reported the matter to police.

Iskandarsyah Raya Property In October 2018, Scot’s second group, which included a few members of the gang that scammed Lieke, chose a property for sale at No. 97 Jalan Iskandarsyah Raya, South Jakarta. This was no ordinary building.

It was once the residence of Colonel Suhardiman (1924-2014). Maybe you’ve never heard of Suhardiman, but he was the chairman of an Army-sponsored trade union called SOKSI, which in 1963 claimed 7.5 million members and became a founding component of Golkar, the political vehicle of

These days, Bobby is a senior figure in SOKSI, while No.97 Iskandarsyah Raya houses the European Slimming Centre, which provides non-surgical weight loss treatments. An online search for the centre yields a video testimonial from Suhardiman’s granddaughter, TV presenter Genesia Suhardiman, who is also active in SOKSI and ran for election on Golkar’s ticket earlier this year.

Police said Scot agreed to buy the Suhardiman property for Rp64.5 billion.

On October 22, 2018, at the office of notary Budi Aryanto in Cilandak, South Jakarta, Bobby reportedly met with Scot and signed a Conditional Sale and Purchase Agreement, legalised by the notary.

Police said Bobby handed over the ownership certificate, his identity card, a building permit and other documents, which were then copied by the gang. The original certificate was exchanged with a fake. The original was put into Scot’s name and used to make a Deed of Sale and Purchase dated November 2, 2018. Scot then put up the property to secure a loan from a multi-finance company.

Bobby reported the scam to police in December. Since then, police have arrested numerous suspects for carrying out the same type of property scam. The suspects could face four to seven years in jail if convicted of fraud and money laundering.

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OBSERVATION

Come Hell or High Water

BY SIMON PITCHFORTH

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he wet season will soon be upon us, unless climate change has already pushed Indonesia over the edge into a desiccated, cactus-filled future. But let’s not open that can of worms just now, as possibly nothing can be done to stop it and, even worse, wind turbines give you cancer, that’s according to the Burger King-in-Chief at any rate.

Alas, pretty much every place I've ever lived in Jakarta has had some rain issues to keep me on my toes. To be honest, many have leaked like barges when subject to the kind of incessant precipitation that the Indonesian capital falls prey to; the type that turns houses into amphibious wildlife sanctuaries, half-hour journeys into two-hour odysseys, and a trip to the local market into mudspattered trench warfare.

During the worst house flooding incident that I can recall, our roof could only take so much pounding before the flimsy hull of rusty, old, corrugated iron sheeting in question was finally breached. Unfortunately, however, the leak had sprung over the sofa in the lounge, right in front of the TV. The holiest and most sacred place imaginable, violated and dampened!

Indeed, I can clearly remember frantically bailing water out of the front door in my underpants with a Pizza Hut takeaway spaghetti dish as it poured through the living room ceiling. Thankfully, we were able to get the roof fixing boys in the next day to smoke shed loads of kretek, bang hammers with gusto, and initiate yet one more adhoc, patch-up job.

However, my luke-warm-affection/hate relationship with Jakarta stretches right back to the city’s worst modernday floods of 2002, which saw much of the capital being submerged beneath brackish water and toxic sludge. And it’s against a backdrop of disasters like this that it pays to not only check the ceilings of any prospective property but also the flood potential of the surrounding area.

During that testing time, we awoke after the great biblical deluge to find both phone and electricity cut off. Stepping outside the front door, I discovered that living at the higher end of a cul-de-sac had presented us with a bit of a challenge. Thankfully, we had been spared the discomfort

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In Indonesia's humid climate, rain and spores would quickly penetrate the city's houses, turning hardboard to paper, rotting studs and floor joists, and generally munching them to bits.

of knee-deep water in our pad but the poor residents at the bottom of the slope were submerged under five feet of it.

Yes, the floods may not have swept across our less than pristine floors, but it seemed that we were trapped, for the time being, not really fancying the interesting new skin diseases that would no doubt accompany any attempt to swim for it.

Just as I was having visions of having to skin wild cats and grill them on our garden barbecue for the next few weeks, something sailed into view at the bottom of the street. Shiver me timbers! The local ojeg (motorcycle taxi) boys had forsaken their Hondas for three empty oil barrels lashed to some planks of wood. We were saved!

Alas, during that testing time, one of my friends was not quite so lucky and returned to his house, in the damp zone of Grogol in the west of town, one evening after work to find that only the roof of his abode was visible, sticking up above the water like some Cubist sandbar. Everything he owned was ruined and I'm sure there were many such similar stories at the time.

Flooding will almost certainly be hitting the city once again soon, as it does every rainy season and, alas, a number of factors are exacerbating these Noah’s Ark style capers as Jakarta enters its terminal phase doom loop.

Endless exploitation of groundwater is causing the city to sink, collapsing like a flan in a cupboard, while the environmental consequences of Jakarta’s endless construction projects and never-ending desire to turn a quick buck at the population’s expense have been sadly

neglected, meaning that water catchment areas are too few and far between.

The story of Noah’s Ark is a biblical classic, of course, however non-Muslims among you may not be aware that Noah also features in the Islamic faith and is one of the religion’s five principal prophets. According to the story, Noah preached to his people but apparently only a few of them converted to Islam (a number traditionally thought to be 70). God thus told Noah to knock up the ark and commanded him to climb aboard before he smote the infidels with a big wave of water (which was presumably a tad cleaner than the rats’ urine and abandoned soft drink effluent that sloshes around Jakarta after a heavy storm).

Holy books aside, and at the other end of the literary spectrum, The World Without Us by Alan Weisman offers up a bold thought experiment, specifically a scientific look at what would happen to the planet and its great cities and feats of engineering if the entire human population of the world was suddenly, in fact instantaneously, removed from the equation, never to return. So, drawing on this fascinating tome, how would the structural integrity of your Batavian abode fare if the city’s millions of residents were to be suddenly abducted by a presumably extremely large spaceship.

Firstly, Jakarta’s houses and residencies would unravel themselves after just a few short years. Indonesian housing is often of poor quality with many seemingly being built out of breakfast cereal instead of bricks, and this would hasten its ultimate doom in the absence of any human intervention.

In Indonesia's humid climate, rain and spores would quickly penetrate the city’s houses, turning hardboard to paper, rotting studs and floor joists, and generally munching them to bits. Ants, roaches, and even small mammals such as Jakarta’s huge army of rats would soon move in and complete the job. Moisture and rainwater would enter roofing panels around the nails, loosening their grip. Eventually, gravity would do its work, caving in joists and thus the city's roofs would collapse.

An Indonesian house would probably last 20 or 30 years tops with no people around to look after it. However, even a reasonably diligent caretaker can find it hard to stop the rot in this country.

No doubt I’ll be stuffing my shoes full of newspaper on a regular basis again soon though, whilst I listen to Mahler’s Death in Venice theme and wait for cholera to close in on the capital. It’s a rum do alright, still, there’s always TV and beer, unless an indoor waterfall starts to obscure your view of the screen. Stay safe chaps.

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BALI HOTELS

Bali’s Unique Beachfront Properties

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brilliance of local artistry. At this exclusive boutique retreat, Balinese culture permeates the space. Intricately handcrafted localstyle furniture and precious Balinese artworks are in display in every villa and suite. It is possible to experience a one-ofa-kind journey of the mind to England’s Stonehenge; here, the majestic stone formations are recreated for guests. You can savour Balinese, Asian, and European cuisine against a gorgeous backdrop of sweeping sea views. Perfect for a romantic getaway.

ali offers a number of unique, beachfront villas and quirky hotels, not to mention cliff side resorts untouched by the hectic pace of our modern world. Without a doubt, waterfront locations are amongst the most coveted real estate in the world: where turquoise hues enhance your daily life. Check out our selection of beachfront properties – offering rolling surf and sea breezes right on your doorstep.

Hotel Indigo

Puri Dajuma Cottages

A contemporary accommodation with an eclectic design, Hotel Indigo fits into the cosmopolitan and fashionable town of Seminyak perfectly, exuding style and sophistication. The resort has been created with Balinese-inspired lamps and cool artdeco decor – a real treat for the eyes! Hotel Indigo boasts no less than four swimming pools, complete with a Cave Pool Lounge where you can sip your sunset cocktails as you laze by the water. Guests can choose from the spacious resort rooms and suites, or from the 19 private pool villas. The outstanding interior has been tastefully furnished with beautiful, Balinese-inspired decor.

natural setting: with each room resembling a small beach hut with an open-roof bathroom and air conditioning. The perfect getaway when you just want to relax all day with beautiful beaches at your doorstep and a choice of water sports! Guests can hire bikes from reception and explore the amazing island of Cenigan for an added sense of adventure.

Villa Impossible

Rumah Luwih

The amazing Villa Impossible is a private villa offering 180-degree panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. This six-bedroom abode in Uluwatu is built on stilts in an open-house style to experience the breeze of paradise. Switch off from the daily humdrum of the modern world at this perfect hideaway. Every part of Villa Impossible has been designed to make the most of the gorgeous beach, with enormous sliding doors in each bedroom. Listen to the waves at night and watch epic surf breaks by day. The ten-minute walk to the beach makes it feel very remote and exotic with an awesome, bohemian, beachy vibe and friendly staff.

Le Pirate Beach Club Le Pirate Beach Club allows you to wake up to the panorama of turquoise waters surrounding Nusa Ceningan, where you can enjoy simple, barefoot luxury in a pristine island environment. Each of Le Pirate's unique ECOnomical Resorts has been designed to enhance your experience of the

Hotel Indigo

This stand-alone hotel is a unique, modernday mansion perched right on the beach.

You can enjoy sweeping views of the resort’s landscaped gardens that reach all the way to the Bali Sea. The decor of each room is utterly charming with romantic influences, evoking the feel of a luxurious estate untouched by the hectic pace of the modern world. In keeping with Rumah Luwih’s romantic design, the elegant dining room is adorned with chandeliers and ornate wooden carvings, creating a truly unique setting facing a rice paddy, with morning sun to greet guests as well as Mount Agung in the distance. The resort also features a massive swimming pool and a stunning lake replete with geese for a wholesome touch.

Le Pirate Beach Club

Rumah Luwih

The Royal Purnama Art Suites and Villas Nestled beside the glittering, black, crystal sands of Pantai Purnama (Full Moon Beach) on the southeast coast of Bali, The Royal Purnama presents 48 private pool villas and suites, embellished with the

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Villa Infinite Horizon

Hilton Bali Resort Perched atop a 40-metre cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean, Hilton Bali Resort in Nusa Dua is famous for its breathtaking views, extensive recreation facilities, and unique, ocean-facing wedding venues.

This luxury, beachfront property offers an impossibly wide range of rooms and suites, it also has one of Bali’s most unique beach activities: camel riding. With five Australian-imported camels you can ride at one of Bali’s most beautiful beaches! The Hilton Resort’s camel safari is a treat for all ages. It’s the best place to capture the feeling of travelling across a desert and will give you some truly Instagram-worthy spots. Don’t forget your camera!

Villa Infinite Horizon

Hilton Bali Resort

Puri Dajuma Cottages

Experience a “back to nature” getaway at the Puri Dajuma Cottages, an eco-resort with vast ocean views that you need to see to believe. Constructed almost entirely from local wood, the villa utilises natural timber and bamboo resources from the area to maintain ecological sustainability as well as natural balance. You can watch the glorious sunset from your balcony, while enjoying the exquisite artisan carvings that add detail and class. The rich inheritance of Bali Barat National Park offers a wide selection of treks to observe rare fauna and flora. Discover the Balinese traditional craft industry, ancestral music of Jegog, or multi-coloured buffalo races. It's the ideal balance for a personalised holiday.

Villa Impossible

Villa Infinite Horizon is found along the island’s east coast, in Karangasem Regency: surrounded by traditional Balinese rural life; villages; temples; breathtaking, pristine black sand beaches; volcanoes; rice paddies; and tropical jungle. The Infinite Horizon features opulent villa suites with jaw-dropping ocean views. You’ll appear to be floating into the sea, or even better – drifting away into the clear blue sky, while swimming in the glorious infinity pool.

Enjoy on-site watersports and snorkelling in Tulamben (ten minutes’ drive away) to see the rich, colourful marine life and a sunken Japanese shipwreck. It’s the perfect place to unwind and read a book or chill by the pool: a slice of paradise for everyone.

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Top 10 Unusual Buildings in Indonesia From giant animals to a giant camera, Kenneth Yeung observes some of Indonesia's most unique buildings.

Octopus House Local names: Rumah Gurita, Rumah Cumi Built: 1980s Location: Bandung, West Java

This large house has a giant octopus statue perched atop a corner of the roof, draping and dangling its tentacles around the walls.

Some local media reports claim the house is a temple of satanic worship. Others assert it is used by a sex cult. Some insist that to enter the “satanic free-sex church,” visitors must first venture through a building with the street number 666. The satanic stuff is

Chicken Church Local names: Bukit Rhema, Gereja Ayam Built: 1992-2000, 2016-ongoing Location: Gombong Kembanglimus village, Magelang, Central Java

In 1988, Daniel Alamsjah (76), a Christian who worked for a German chemical company in Jakarta, had a dream about a dove resting atop a hill. He claimed a voice asked him to build a house of worship for all religions. On a trip to Magelang in Central Java province, he visited Rhema Hill and believed it was the hill in his dream. He paid Rp3.5 million for 1.5 hectares of land and then spent the next four years obtaining permits to build a church. In 1992, he assembled a construction team. The resulting dove-shaped building resembled a chicken when a crown was added to its head. In 2000, construction work was halted due to financial problems. By 2015, the curious church was falling into disrepair when it was visited by foreign journalists.

Suddenly, it became a viral news story and began attracting thousands of tourists and photographers. Using money from entrance fees, Daniel was able to start finishing the interior and finally saw his dream come true. The church is just a 15-minute drive from the ancient Borobudur temple.

The Vanished Garuda Local name: Graha Garuda Tiara Indonesia Built: 1995-98 Location: Jalan Narogong KM 23, Cileungsi, West Java

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Abandoned Fish Restaurant Local name: Rumah Ikan Mas Built: 1997 Location: Near Sipolha Hill, Lake Toba, North Sumatra

In February 1995, a foundation chaired by then-president Suharto’s eldest daughter Siti Hardiyanti “Tutut” Rukmana began construction of a grand sports centre in the shape of a giant Garuda – the mythical bird that is the national symbol of Indonesia.

Graha Garuda Tiara Indonesia (GGTI) was situated about 30 km south of Jakarta on a former rubber plantation, not far from the huge Mekarsari Fruit and Recreation Park opened in 1995 by Suharto’s wife, Ibu Tien. GGTI was to have rivalled founding president Sukarno’s Senayan Stadium (now called Bung Karno Stadium). Hundreds of workers were mobilised for the project and the quality of the buildings was first

Remember the 2012 award-winning documentary film The Act of Killing? In case you haven’t seen it (because it was banned in Indonesia), it’s about an aging gangster re-enacting his role in Indonesia’s mass killings of 1965-66. The vivid opening scene features dancing girls emerging from the mouth of a giant fish alongside Lake Toba. The enormous carp was a two-storey restaurant, built in 1997 and located about 18 km from the town of Parapat.

Rumoured to be partly funded by the local government, the restaurant failed to attract enough customers and soon closed amid the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis. For rookie documentary maker Joshua Oppenheimer, it was an ideal shooting location for his “movie within a movie.” The fish, which measures 20 by ten metres, is becoming dilapidated and has graffiti scrawled over its interior. It deserves to be fixed up and made into an Instagrammable location for tourists.

class. GGTI reportedly cost Rp75 billion (US$34 million) when the exchange rate was Rp2,194 to the dollar. The wings comprised three-storey guesthouses with 456 rooms, each able to accommodate four to eight people. The head and torso were a lobby and convention centre that could accommodate 3,000 people. The tail was a 196-room hotel. The project was 80 percent complete by May 1998 when Suharto was forced to resign after more than 30 years in power. Work ceased and GGTI became overgrown by weeds, while security guards kept scavengers away. In December 2013 and early 2014, the entire complex was dismantled for scrap.

nonsense, but that didn’t stop police from investigating the “free-sex” cult claims.

The owner of the house is Frans Halimawan (72), a sailor, who was a fan of modern art and statues. He built the house to symbolise the struggles he overcame to achieve success.

In the 1980s, a student from Bandung Technology Institute made the octopus statue. In recent years, the house’s exterior has become slightly shabby, adding to its spooky appearance. The octopus statue simply shades the house’s dining area.

Frans at one stage threatened to sue those claiming his residence was a sex cult centre.

The house inspired a boring 2014 horror movie called Rumah Gurita.

New Ngelepen Village Nickname: Teletubbies Village Built: 2006-07 Location: Sumberharjo, Sleman, Yogyakarta

At first glance, it looks like a bunch of igloos has sprouted in Indonesia.

These domed houses were constructed following an earthquake that struck Yogyakarta and part of Central Java on May 26, 2006, killing over 5,700 people and destroying over 150,000 houses. The village of Ngelepen was among those flattened. A US-based non-government organisation, Domes for the World Foundation, provided guidance and assistance for constructing 71 EcoShell houses and nine other domed buildings across 2.5 hectares to create the village of New Ngelepen. The houses are resistant to earthquakes, cyclones, fire, rust and termites. They are made from bamboo, wood, concrete and expanded polystyrene. Each house has a diameter of 7 metres, a height of 4.6 metres, two stories and five rooms, and cost about Rp35 million to make. Designers say the houses, which have natural ventilation, should last for centuries.

Kenneth Yeung is a Jakarta-based editor

Bottle House Local names: Rumah Botol Built: 2005-07 Location: Jl Cigadung Selatan, Bandung

Ridwan Kamil is the governor of West Java and the former mayor of Bandung, and he’s been touted as a contender for the presidency in 2024. But before all that, he was an architect and one of his many unique designs was his personal residence, partly made from 30,000 old bottles of

Giant Turtle Local name: Kura-Kura Ocean Park Built: 2010-2011 Location: Kartini Beach, Jepara, Central Java

Jepara is famous for its teak industry, but it also has this massive turtle building, which is the centrepiece of Kura-Kura Ocean Park at Kartini Beach. Kura-kura means turtles, while Kartini was an Indonesian feminist heroine from the colonial era. The giant turtle has two floors. The first has aquariums with stingrays, sharks, turtles, puffer fish and much more. The second floor houses a 3D theatre and a children's play area. The park is open daily from 8am to 6pm. Entry costs Rp20,000 for adults and Rp15,000 for children. The huge turtle is popular with photographers and looks best when photographed by a drone.

Red Bull energy drink. The story goes that he noticed that Bandung was littered with empty brown bottles of Red Bull, so he decided to recycle them into a house. His contractor’s team spent six months sourcing the bottles from rubbish dumps in Bandung, Jakarta and surrounding cities. Each bottle then needed a wooden top. The bottles allow sunlight to enter the house but also act as insulation against the heat, so that air conditioners are not required. The house won the 2009 Green Design Award from Building Construction Indonesia.

House of Creativity Local name: Rempah Rumah Karya Built: 2010-11 Location: Colomadu, Solo, Central Java

Civil engineer Paulus Mintarga is passionate about recycling. In 2010, he decided to find a use for the waste generated by the furniture and construction industries in the Central Java city of Solo. He ended up designing Rempah Rumah Karya, which is 90 percent made from recycled materials, including old cement bags and furniture offcuts. Rempah is the Indonesian word for spice, but in this case it stands for remukan sampah (crushed trash). Consisting of

four unique buildings, it functions as an exhibition centre and a creative workshop for designers, architects and students. The

aim is to produce quality furniture and buildings which are affordable and have a low impact on the environment.

Camera House Local name: Rumah Kamera Location: Jalan Majaksingi, Magelang, Central Java Built: 2013-14

Scraping the barrel at Number 10? Certainly not!

An artist named Tanggol Angien Jatikusumo in 2013 decided to build a combined house and gallery in the shape of a camera at Magelang, not far from Borobudur. His four-storey house serves as a reminder of the days before powerful cameras in our smartphones. The flash is the main door, the LCD display is a window, while the lens is a tower offering views of surrounding mountains. It is reputed to be the largest camera house in the world. The gallery is open to tourists from 8am to 7pm. Entry costs Rp15,000 and includes access to 3D art rooms.

Giant Komodo and Golden Snail Local names: Museum Komodo, Keong Emas Built: 1975-78 & 1983-84 Location: Taman Mini, East Jakarta

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park), located on Jakarta’s eastern outskirts, showcases the nation’s diverse architectural styles. Among its other attractions are the Komodo Indonesian Fauna Museum and Reptile Park (shaped like a komodo dragon) and Keong Emas theatre (shaped like a golden snail). The Komodo building contains various types of reptiles and

amphibians, living and stuffed. Construction commenced in 1975 and was completed in 1978. Admission is Rp10,000 per person.

Keong Emas was inspired by an Indonesian fairytale in which a woman is transformed into a golden snail, either by a vengeful witch or by a god saving her from an evil king. The theatre opened in 1984 as Indonesia’s first IMAX cinema. Keong Emas tends to screen educational movies about Indonesian culture and history, as well as nature films. Some patrons feel the cinema should upgrade to 4D with moving chairs and other immersive effects.

Tickets are Rp35,000 for the cheap seats and Rp60,000 for balcony seats.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS ARTOTEL Thamrin – Jakarta Holds First Architectural Art Exhibition “Interplay” invite everyone's interaction and personal experience and aspires to elevate them.

Enhancing this concept of interconnectedness, this “Interplay” work will be prepared in a showroom intended as a public invitation to enter and engage in it simultaneously.

JAKARTA ARTOTEL Thamrin - Jakarta is proud to hold an architectural art exhibition with the theme of “Interplay,” by the two studios’ architectural agency and Jessica Auditama from August 22 to October 6, 2019 at ARTSPACE, mezzanine floor.

This exhibition displays various works by young architects who have developed concepts through process, ideas, and character in one simple and minimal architectural appearance and aim to raise interest in the problems of spatial experience. The concept of a raised space is

physical space where we are or imagining a space that we have. This interconnection is shown in the exhibition with the intention to invite the public into their respective spaces by the makers of the space. This exhibition space will act as a meeting place where individuals have various ways to appreciate spatial and temporal experiences.

The exhibition space is an arena where various attitudes regarding appreciation and experience of space and time meet and are different for each person. The arrangement of the works presented at this exhibition will

Two studios, Dimas Satria and Ardy Hartono, took their initial steps into architectural practice in 2015. They began to create rich spaces, strong characters, and play with scale and materials to arouse visitors' reactions to their work.

The shape of the balloon is the shape of the room chosen in his work this time, for the reason that it is light but has extraordinary visual effects when presented in unusual dimensions.

Balloons are identified as playful objects; in this exhibition the impression of wanting to play is raised so that visitors can play with their works. In each of their works, they convey that their interest in the experience of this space originates from when they walk in an alley, in the middle of a flower field, and when they are in a dark corridor that leads to bright light.

Jessica Auditama also has an interest in spatial experience in the form of imagination. Subconscious mind is the work of architects who are chosen by creating interactive works in which nature invites the public to release the visible, physical space for a moment, integrated into the space prepared by the work on display.

Jessica revealed that not everyone immediately recognises and is aware of the meaning of the state of a space. Like space as in life, maybe some people exist in it by occupying various types of space that are offered. Some of them are able to recognise the space where they are or enter it and be able to provide meaningful responses.

Dicky Panjaitan, General Manager of ARTOTEL Thamrin – Jakarta, said, "The composition of the architectural art exhibition is intended to produce the interaction of full personal experience and this is our commitment to continue to support the development of artists in Indonesia - especially for young, talented, local artists. We hope through our "Interplay" art exhibition, we can provide inspiration for other young artists to continue creating their works.”

A Sensational September at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta JAKARTA Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta has wrapped up wonderful offers, ranging from a memorable staycation to an amazing culinary journey. Not to forget, there’s a bunch of great deals that should not be missed this September.

Nirwana Lobby Lounge serves buffet: Signatures Restaurant is currently undergoing a renovation A renovation project is being carried out at Signatures Restaurant to make the restaurant a new landmark. In the interim, Nirwana Lobby Lounge will serve a lunch and dinner buffet with various delectable cuisines. With the buffet priced at Rp295,000++ per person, Nirwana Lobby Lounge still presents the same quality as that of Signatures’ buffet menu, which features famous Indonesian and Asian cuisines. Kids aged 6 to 12 can also enjoy the delicious buffet at only Rp147,500++ per child.

Nirwana Lobby Lounge Unwind with your buddies at Nirwana Lobby Lounge after a tiring day: sip our classic cocktails crafted by our talented cocktail mastermind. Choose from our list of all-time favourite cocktails: negroni, old fashioned, Cuba libre, Americano, the list goes on. Prices start at Rp150,000 nett / glass.

OKU Japanese Restaurant Only at OKU, the sensation of having special Sake paired with Chef Kaz’s sumptuous dishes has been enhanced.

“Sesshu Otokoyama” is characterised by

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Bar. Layers of sliced chicken and plenty of cheese will satisfy your palate for just Rp130,000++.

Kempinski The Spa Take time to rejuvenate and calm your senses with Kempinski The Spa treatment selections. Pamper yourself in a tranquil space and enjoy 50 percent off a massage treatment every Monday to Thursday from 9:00 until 14:00. Available until September 30.

its dry taste, with a sharp finish. This Sake pairs well with spicy food, deep-fried dishes, and Sashimi. It is recommended to be served warm or chilled.

with a of steak and lobster, always wins everyone’s heart. Get this chef ’s special for Rp290,000++.

Kempi Deli The urban favourite, cold-brew coffee, infused with nitrogen for a bold taste, with a smooth and creamy texture, makes a perfect coffee, and is available at Kempi Deli priced at Rp60,000 nett.

Fun, traditions, and a bit of nostalgia – that’s the feeling when October arrives.

Celebrate the world’s largest beer festival at Paulaner Bräuhaus, with free-flow, homebrewed beer and selections of Bavarian food, as well as traditional Bavarian live music from a band which has flown directly from Germany. You can also have a chance to win the grand prize of one return flight ticket - Jakarta-Istanbul-Jakarta - from Turkish Airlines. Get a special discount of 15 percent off by making an early reservation before September 13. Terms and conditions apply.

October 2-3: Rp600,000++ per person.

October 4-5: Rp650,000++ per person.

Paulaner Bräuhaus This September, Paulaner Bräuhaus continues its Chef ’s Special of the Month with this mouthwatering surf and turf.

A delightful platter combination, served

Sky Pool Bar Indulge in some me-time amidst lush greenery and with the best view over the city, accompanied by your favourite comfort food; chicken quesadillas from Sky Pool

“Dai-Ginjo Hiyashibori” is a strong and complex Daiginjo Sake. Fruity, with citrus and pineapple in the nose. The aftertaste is lingering and dry. This Sake pairs well with red meat and chicken. It is recommended to be served cold. Available at OKU, priced at Rp650,000++ per bottle.

Room Promotions From staycations to family holidays - it never hurts to plan ahead. Enjoy savings of up to 25 percent, including the benefits of free access to the gym and sauna, 35 percent off traditional massage at Kempinski The Spa and a free upgrade to the next room category, up to an executive grand deluxe room. Terms and conditions apply.

For further information and reservations for all features, please talk to us: Signatures Restaurant: +622123583898 | signatures.jakarta@kempinski.com | +6287775037507 Nirwana Lobby Lounge: +622123583995 | nirwana.jakarta@kempinski.com OKU: +622123583896 | oku.jakarta@ kempinski.com | +628170070059 Kempi Deli: +622123583985 | kempideli. jakarta@kempinski.com | +628170050079 Sky Pool Bar: +622123583800 | skypoolbar.jakarta@kempinski.com Paulaner Bräuhaus: +622123583871 | paulaner.jakarta@kempinski.com Kempinski The Spa: +622123583882

Shangri-La Hotel Jakarta Announces the Appointment of Markus Christ as General Manager JAKARTA Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta welcomes its newest family member; Markus Christ, as General Manager.

His career started as a trainee in food and beverage management in Munich in June 1993; soon afterwards, he became the general manager at Shangri-La Hotel, Xian in China.

Throughout his 24 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Markus has always gone beyond expectations. A highly motivated and all-around hotel executive with strong interdepartmental and operational skills, he has a proven record of accomplishment, including openings and resort experience at five-star, luxury hotels across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Markus has been responsible for achieving budgets, guest quality scores, staff development, sales and marketing goals, and enforcing hygiene and safety standards in his previous hotels. During his tenure at Shangri-La Hotel, Xian, from July 2016 to July 2019, the hotel received much recognition, including being recognised as one of the “Top 100 Hotels in China” at the Travel+Leisure China Travel Awards 2015, and as the “Best Business Hotel in Xian” at the 2016 Business Traveller Awards.

Born in Germany, Markus graduated with a culinary apprenticeship from Hilton International, a five-star property, and earned a diploma in hotel management from the Bavarian Hotel Business School in Munich, Germany.

When Markus was at Shangri-La Hotel, Nanchang, also in China, for 21 months, the hotel won five “Best Hotel Opening of

TAUZIA Hotels’ FOX Hotels to Debut in Cyberjaya, Malaysia The 162-room FOX Lite Hotel DPulze Cyberjaya is TAUZIA Hotels’ second property to open in Malaysia and is the first international brand hotel in the city.

The hotel is strategically located within an integrated commercial and lifestyle development and is linked to the DPulze Cyberjaya Shopping Centre; the biggest shopping centre in the vicinity.

MALAYSIA FOX Hotels, the midscale hotel brand from TAUZIA Hotels’ that accentuates contemporary and adaptable design, is continuing to expand its global presence by opening FOX Lite DPulze Cyberjaya in Malaysia.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is only 30 minutes away. The rooms at FOX Lite Hotel DPulze Cyberjaya are charmingly decorated with FOX Hotel’s icon, “Gipsy the FOX,” combined with signature collage artworks and existing

murals to create a unique and Insta-genic ambience in all areas of the hotel.

Prior to the inauguration, Cut & Paste: Collage Competition was held in early August in search of unique and vibrant artwork to adorn the hotel. The collage artworks of three winners and seven nominees were then applied to the walls in all of the rooms as part of FOX Hotels’ signature design elements. The hotel lobby displays the dazzling artwork of the Cut & Paste: Collage Competition winner.

"We are excited to bring the FOX Hotels brand to Cyberjaya; the Silicon Valley of Malaysia,” said Charlene Chan, General Manager FOX Lite DPulze Cyberjaya. “With a strategic location inside an integrated commercial area, and chic-designed rooms, the hotel is the perfect choice for both business and leisure travellers.”

the Year” awards from various media and ranked number one on TripAdvisor. The hotel also ranked number one within its competitive set and became a successful opening hotel within three-and-a-half months, which included the entire hotel equipment and operating services (HEOS), hiring and licensing process.

After achieving great success in Nanchang, Markus was transferred to Shangri-La Hotel, Xian, where he stayed from July 2016 to May 2019; he joined Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta on August 5, 2019.

“I’m very happy to be appointed in Indonesia,” Markus said about his new appointment. “I find Jakarta very dynamic.

It has grown so much in the last few years, as businesses and the economy are growing rapidly. Being one of the hotels with the highest number of room inventory and function rooms in the city, Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta will continue to cater to the growing demand and offer a unique blend of East and West within a harmonious and hospitable setting.”

Patrick Vaysse, Chief Operating Officer of TAUZIA Hotels said, “Cyberjaya city has established itself as the city of innovation and technological revolution, as well as being one of the most famous destinations for leisure in Malaysia.

“By having FOX Lite Hotel in Cyberjaya, we wish to give a fresh alternative for accommodation choices, with dynamic, contemporary design where guests can enjoy ‘A Moment in Life.’”

FOX Lite Hotel DPulze Cyberjaya is offering opening specials from MYR126+ per night, available now until December 31, 2019. For reservations or more information, please visit www.foxhotels.com, call (603) 83209920, or email reservation-foxlitecyberjaya@tauzia.com.

Aston Priority Simatupang Hotel & Conference Center promotes Paundra Hanutama to Director of Marketing Communications JAKARTA Aston Priority Simatupang Hotel & Conference Center has officially promoted Paundra Hanutama to Director of Marketing Communication (DoMC), starting 29th August 2019. The promotion was decided based on his performance and his ability to consistently meet expectations.

The decision was announced by Mr. Nanang Koswara, Human Resource Manager of Aston Priority Simatupang Hotel & Conference Center.

Starting a career in hospitality industry at Royal Plaza in Scoot Hotel Singapore, Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta, Discovery Hotel & Convention Ancol, Aston Marina Ancol, and then with Aston Priority

Simatupang Hotel & Conference Center, Paundra Hanutama's work experience in the field of marketing communication has been long; he has proven to himself and company that his success comes from creating innovations and creative events which promote hotel successfully. His hard work and dedication means that Aston Priority Simatupang Hotel & Conference Center entrusts the position of Director of Marketing Communications to him.

This is a major achievement that he has earned after eight years in the hotel business and this promotion is a new step for him to continue to develop and accelerate his marketing communication skills. He is also grateful and thankful for

having been given the trust of Aston Priority Simatupang Hotel & Conference Center.

“I thank Aston Priority Simatupang Hotel & Conference Center for entrusting this position to me. I am very pleased and ready to take it on. I will carry out the responsibilities given to me and I will continue to work hard,” said Paundra Hanutama. “I give a special thank you to Mr. S. Aulia Masjhoerdin, my senior Mrs. Rosmalia Hardman, Viana Igah, Rebecca Leppard, and Nathalia Atmaja. They have always taught me how to be a great marketing communication colleague since I first started my career as a marketing communicator. I have learned a lot from them,” he added.

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JAKARTA Networking

Exhibitions

HOMEDEC Indonesia 2019 11 July – 27 October 2019 HOMEDEC, a home design and interior exhibition, will be returning with its 5 th annual edition this year. HOMEDEC Indonesia 2019 will be held on 11–14 th July 2019 at JCC Senayan – Jakarta, and 24 – 27th October 2019 at ICE BSD City – Tangerang. This year’s theme is “Your Home Your Style”, HOMEDEC Indonesia has been continuously positioned as the only home show that presents ideas, solutions, inspiration, and innovations to homeowners. The exhibition is an effective platform for the renovation, redecoration, and refurbishment business sectors to take part in exploring new business opportunities, creating sales, and expanding your market share and branding, amongst the industry players.

HOMEDEC also serves as a medium for industry professional to connect, collaborate, and build business connections during event. For more information about HOMEDEC, please contact by phone: (+62-21) 83796833, mobile: +6281294292503, email: info@homedec.co.id, or visit our website: www.homedec.co.id Conference

Understanding Online Single Submission (OSS) in Indonesia 27 September 2019 Planning to set up a company in Indonesia? The OSS system is a huge step for ward for entrepreneurs who have been considering setting up a company in Indonesia. For example, it reduces the establishment time of a PT PMA from what was 3-4 months in Jakarta, and 6-12 months in other cities, to just one month. Emerhub is hosting a talk where we’ll go through the process of establishing a company in Indonesia by using the OSS system. We will cover the most frequently asked questions and will gladly answer yours on spot! If you need a better overview of the process, then we'd love to see you at the event. Signing up for the talk is required. The event will be at 19.00 - 20.30 Friday 27th September 2019. It takes place in Greenhouse, Kuningan, Jakarta.

Participation fee: Rp150,000 - sign up and confirm your attendance in advance by bank transfer; registered guests may also pay in cash upon arrival. For a reservation, please contact yuni@emerhub.com. Sign up at the latest by midday on 26th September 2019. No -shows and cancellations received less than 24h before the event will be charged the full amount Rp150,000.

Dream World Wide in Jakarta 20 November 2019

Music

In this Pre- and Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training, we will focus on teaching the yoga skills needed to empower women to experience a conscious pregnancy and birth and enter motherhood fear-free.

We cover practices ranging from yoga asana to breathwork, deep relaxation, mantra and chanting (baby sound bath), a ceremony for all 3 periods of life including rebozo (closing the bones techniques), and the role of the teacher in creating a community and supporting women. This course is both spiritual and practical, nurturing and informative.

e2eCommerce Indonesia 25 September 2019 e2eCommerce Indonesia is a conference and exhibition that curates an ecosystem-based platform to accelerate Indonesia’s digital economy. Themed “Be Digital. Go Global”, the third edition will act as a platform for Indonesia’s eCommerce industr y to bring to g ether ke y p l a ye r s to e n c o u r a g e conversations on both strategic and operational issues and help bring forth advanced system solutions for brands & retailers, eC ommerce marketplaces / operators, parcel and logistics players for Indonesia. Visit www. e2ecommerce-indonesia.com for the details.

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Tribute@america: Latin Ad Libitum 13 September 2019 Hispanic American music has gained popularity and critical acclaim globally. Success has come for chart toppers such as Havana, Senorita, and Despacito to a variety of other genres as diverse as the culture itself.

Dance the night away with Rahmania Astrini, as we learn the history of the music and the influence of Hispanic heritage.

For more information, check out https://www.atamerica.or.id/en

It is the grand vision of the Dream World Wide programme to allow learning of the original Arabic language of the Quran, making easy to learn and accessible regardless of a person's native tongue. We want to empower as many students and teachers around the world as possible with our unprecedented Qur'anic language curriculum and hope to create a worldwide network of students that learn from each other and their instructors and remain connected, indefinitely.

Join us today to begin your journey! Please visit w w w. dreamworldwide.net and refer to the FAQ section for all questions and contact information.

will spend the first 3 days of your retreat in a private villa in the Bali beach town of Sanur, enjoying oceanfront sunrise meditations, poolside breakfasts, and a tour of the world-renowned Bali temple, Tanah Lot. Our private drivers will then take you to Ubud (home of the movie Eat, Pray, Love) where you will stay another 4 days at another private estate with two pools and a huge family temple.

For 4 days, you will explore more of Bali through excursions, a private ayurvedic fire healing ceremony, private massage outd o ors or in your ro om, morning and evening meditation, outdoor yoga poolside, and so much more. And everything is included in your registration!

Conference

BALI Sports TEDxUbud 2019: Movement 12 October 2019

Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Bali 20 September 2019

Althea's Bali Culture & Healing Retreat 15 – 21 September 2019 Althea has gone above and beyond with this retreat. You

Movement is something in which we all share and participate in; a universal part of the human story as we cross borders, lines, and boundaries that structure our lives. Join us in October for our eighth edition and a journey of storytelling, innovation, learning, change, and more. Celebrating the people and ideas that inspire us and make us think twice about the world around us. For more information, click www. tedxubud.com

overview, using your digital material, evaluation training – knowledge development, and evaluation training – confined and open water. It will include refreshments and lunch. For more information visit https:// padiprossoutheastasia.com or contact PADI Asia Pacific Instructor Development at instdev@padi.com.au or any memb er of the PA D I A sia Pacific instructor development department.

Festival

The Walkbout-Now Festival 2019 27 September 2019 Seminyak (Bali) Dutch Pancake Night - Saturday 30 November 2019 Join a Dutch pancake night in Seminyak, Bali, on Saturday November 30 from 7pm onwards, during which we prepare Dutch pancakes for free. At 10pm we will move on to a second location to continue the night. This Dutch pancake party is a continuation of ones that has been organised in other cities all over the world – up to now, more than 570 times – in such places as Jakarta, Tokyo, Rome, Hong Kong, New York, Rio de Janeiro, and Dar Es Salaam.

Feel free to join the WhatsApp group for this event via the link https://chat.whatsapp.com/ D1ss0QkRcW2Jpj3IEOVMYx, a n d h e r e ’s t h e F a c e b o o k page for this event https:// www.facebook.com/ events/2441878195878096/

MALANG Conference

The 2nd International Conference on Disability and Diversity in Asia 24 September 2019

Join us for the 2019 Instructor Development Update. Topics that will be covered: overview of the revised IDC and new materials, standards and curriculum

RIAU

Networking

Training

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this September. Tickets are free and will allow you to attend all panels and talks during the conference. We have got several prestigious and international speakers lined up and we look forward to exchanging knowledge with you!

The 2nd International Conference on Disability and Diversity in Asia, organised jointly by the Law Faculty of Brawijaya University, La Trobe Law School, Pusat Studi Layanan Disabilitas (PSLD) and AIDRAN, will be held in Malang, 24 – 25 September 2019. We hope to welcome you as a conference attendee in Malang

You are welcome to join to get clarity on something that’s on your mind or with a specific inquiry. You are even welcome to just show up and allow what needs to emerge for you to unfold. Our intention is that you leave the island with something new about you for you to cherish.

Visit us www.walkabout-now. com for more information about the festival.

SURABAYA Networking

Surabaya Dutch Pancake Night 5 October 2019 Join Dutch pancake night in Surabaya on Saturday 5th October from 7pm onwards, during which we will prepare Dutch pancakes for free. At 10pm we will go to another venue to continue the night. This Dutch pancake party is a continuation of ones that I have organized in other cities all over the world, right now more than 570 times, for example in Jakarta, Tokyo, Rome, Hong Kong, New York, Rio de Janeiro and Dar Es Salaam. Here the Facebook page for this event: www.facebook. com/events/610213596151859

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Sedco Jaya Furniture. Fabricated kitchen set, living room, dining room and interior design for home, apartment, villa, office etc, with an economical price. +628129204286 email: ekopurwanto@sedcojaya. com

Specialized of property consultant in BSD Serpong area lot, house, a p a r t m e nt , s h o p h o u s e s fo r business. For rent & sale 20 nice houses at BSD City premium area Full furnished apt: 1 unit at Pondok Indah Golf, Treepark BSD, Bintaro Parkview, Bassura City, Kemang (Special rate). Contact: Vera +6287883829999 (WA).

KLOV INTERIOR, Design & Build for Residential, Commercial, Exhibition, Bazaar booth. +6285889999920. BSD - Serpong.

For sale: Nissan Juke RX 2011, silver metalic low kilometre. Good condition. Call: +628129204286.

Scooter Model: Piaggio Liberty 150 ie A/T. Colour: white. Km: 14.000 Accessory: original windshield.

Year of manufacture: 2012. Year of purchase: 2015 (first hand). Tax and duty: paid. Service: regular at Piaggio authorized workshop.

Condition: excellent (no accident) Location: Jakar ta (Menteng).

Reason for sale: relocating (early October). Price: Rp13,000,000.

For more information : pierovecchione@libero.it or WA +6281298377960.

SERVICES Bahasa Indonesia lessons for expats living in South Jakarta, Kuningan, Country Wood, BSD, given by instructor with 20 years experience. Flexible schedule. Please call Pak Chairuman +628121037466 or email chairuman1942@ gmail.com

Learn Spanish (IB, IGCSE, DELE) at your place with a DELE- certified examiner from Spain. Most of my students come from International Schools (JIS and BSJ). Please call me (Raúl) +6282110502786.

Dear Friend, if you'd like to get in shape fast or improve your overall health and fitness in Jakarta, then I can help you achieve it without leaving your apartment complex.

My name is Andri, I'm an NASM International Certified Personal Trainer with over 7 years of experience training men and women with various age, backgrounds and fitness level. I'm also certified in coaching TR X , Muay thai Boxing, Kettlebells, and many more. Let me bring a first class customized workout to your home and achieve your fitness goals in fun, safe, and efficient manner. Sign up for free workout session here: www.jakartafitnesscoach. com

Woman majored in the Japanese language from the prestigious Padjadjaran University is looking for translating assignments from Japanese to Indonesian or vice versa. Been to Japan 8x. My work and social gatherings deal with Japanese people and Japanese companies. Call or email (if out of the area). +6281380157687 / titin_sei@yahoo.com

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Are you new to Jakarta and would like to star t learning Bahasa Indonesia? T hen I have just the right person for you! I can highly recommend my Bahasa Indonesia teacher Rini. Rini is a great teacher as she structures her classes well and gives you plenty of opportunities to talk and learn. I feel that I've improved so much with her just within a few weeks! Her fee for a one to one lesson is Rp300,000 /hour or Rp450,000 /lesson of 90 mins. All materials provided. At your office or at your own home. She prefers around Kemang, Pejaten, Antasari, and Pondok Indah area. Please contact her at +628121861919 or sibarani1104@yahoo.com

PROPERTY House for sale in Kebon Jeruk (West Java). 5 minutes access to Jl. Panjang, strategic location. Close to Permata Hijau and TOL road gate.

Walking distance to McDonalds, Holicow, Pizza Hut and The harvest.

The house is a combination of 2 houses put together (86m 2 + 87m 2), total is 173m 2. Freehold.

Price Rp5.9 billion (negotiable).

Contact WA only +6281290070037 (direct owner).

I nt ro d u ci ng a l u x u r i o u s apar tm e nt c all e d “Casa Domaine Prive”. Developed

by PT Griyaceria Nusamekar, an alliance project of three leading property developers namely Lyman Group, Kerry Group, and Salim Group.

St rategi c all y l o c ate d at the heart of Jakarta’s CBD with direct access to Jalan Sudirman and Jalan KH Mas Mansyur and close to the future integration facilities/ TOD dukuh which formed the largest transit development orientation in Jakarta.

Minutes away from lifestyle and financial hubs i.e. short distance to Grand Indonesia and Plaza Indonesia Malls, Casa Domaine Prive offers 2, 3, and ultra exclusive 4 bedroom units starting from ± 147sqm. Please contact our marketing team for available units to buy or rent. Units ready to be occupied now.

For further details please contact Monica at +6281314201947.

Selling fast. 2 stories boarding house/private home at Kramat Lontar, Senen. Close to UI. Great condition. Area 506m 2, building area 221m2. With 18 bedrooms/9 b a t hro o m s / 4 l i v i n g ro o m s / 1 maid room. Garage fits 4 cars.

7,900-Watt electricity. Jet pom/2 telephone lines. Certification. Rp17 billion. +6287706188232

The Peak Sudirman Apartment: Jl Setiabudi Raya Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan. Very prime location, one step to MRT Station. Bedrooms : 3 + 1 maid room. Bathrooms : 3 + 1 maid bathroom. Condition : fully furnished. View : high zone, city view. Facilities : maidroom and bathroom, balcony, service area, swimming pool, fitness gym, spa & sauna, function room & lounge, barbeque area, close to SCBD, Senayan area, squash court, mini market. Price for rent US$2,700 / month. Minimum one year leasing.

To viewing the unit, please kindly contact Erfi: +6281977403529.

Email: erfinaty_tan@yahoo.com

Beautiful new full renovated house for rent. 2 storey + basement.

750m 2 + 1000m 2 land with join pool. Located 10 minutes from Cilandak Commercial Estate. US$ 3,000/ month nett excluding tax (negotiate). If interested please call / wa owner at +62811180605.

Apartment Casagrande Kuningan connect to Mall Kota Kasablanka for rent. Size: 110 m 2 . Type : 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, big kitchen, 1 maid room 1 maid bathroom. View: Waterpark ( Best view). Price: US$2,000/month.

Tower: Bella. Fully furnished & full interior. Facility: swimming pool (exercise pool, jacuzzi and children's pool), jogging trackm children playground, modern and complete fitness centre, Carrefour supermarket, Mall Kota Kasablanka, waterpark, basement parking, 24-hour concierge and security service, private access card and CCT V camera. To viewing the unit, please kindly contact Erfi : +6281977403529. Email: erfinaty_ tan@yahoo.com

A p a r t m e nt B a s su r a C i t y 10 minutes to Kuningan. Size 32m2.

Type 2 bedroom plus 1 bathroom.

Furnished with 2 air conditioners and 1 master bed 180 x 200m.

K itchenset is complete with cooktop 2 stoves and smoke suction. The rental price is 50 million per year. The selling price of 650 million +6281381375554.

For RENT : Corner P EN T H O U S E at Tower C HAMP TON'S Park Aparment ( South Jakarta) : SPECTACUL AR Golf & City VIEW, 2 Balconies, 2 Bedroom, 2,5 Bathroom, Fully Furnished, King Koil Mattress, Complete Kitchen, Big Wardrobe.

Walking distance to Jakarta International School ( JIS ), Hero Supermarket, many Restaurant, Starbuck, ATM, near Pondok Indah Mall & Pondok Indah Golf Course & Pondok Indah Hospital.

Contact Home Owner direct to : agnescni@yahoo.com.

More photos at : airbnb.com/ rooms/14195863

For rent: Capitol Suites Apartment, only 10 minutes from CBD Thamrin For rent: Studio unit at Capitol Suites Apartment, Tugu Tani, Menteng. Unit size 37sqm, 20 th floor, South view. Fully luxurious furnished. Additional partition bet ween bedroom and living room for privacy, which is rare in a studio type, Smart-home living, Intercom video (to lobby & selected area) & voice (room to room call), internet/ WiFi 5Mbps, cable TV, smart LED TV 32", stove & cooker hood, refrigerator, water purifier, microwave, spring bed king size, AC, wardrobe. Price: Rp11 million/ month or Rp120 million/year.CP: Sylvie +6282110611160 (WA)

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I'm looking for a helper to work 2 and a half d ays p er week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) in my apartment near the MRT Setiabudi Astra Station. She must be trustworthy, very clean and speak some English. Her duties will include cleaning, doing laundry and ironing, buying groceries and cooking for 1 person. It is an essential requirement that the person is comfortable cooking Veg an meals (Indonesian or western).teshome.nkrumah@ gmail.com We are an expat family living in Cipete. We need a driver who works 6 days a week. If you are interested please WhatsApp me.

Phone: +6281380628390.

Cook/Housekeeper available five days a week in Pondok Indah or Kemang. Experienced, honest, reliable, mature, English speaking.

Ideal for apartment cleaning, excellent laundry skills and capable of learning all your favourite dishes and cooking from your favourite recipe books! Please call Yuni +62815 4 3328167 directly (no SMS) or contact her employer cguyler@hotmail.com.

My ex-pembantu is looking for jobs in Pondok Indah, Cipete, Kemang and Benda areas. She lives in Pondok Labu and was always on time for work. She is a good cleaner with a friendly personality and very courteous. She drives a motorbike too so can run little errands for you. She also has workable English skills and able to communicate with written notes. Ibu Uti can be contacted directly at +62813 99332892.

confidence, experience, max 25 years old male and female welcome to apply, reliable, committed, honest, hard working, positive attitude. If you meet the above requirements please send your CV to : info@ninabalivillas.com. au, only suitable candidates will be contacted for further information or interview.

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Taman Sari Panoramic Apartment 19 t h fl o o r. T he a p ar tment is combination of 2 units put together Hoek position, one unit is 37,20 m2 , total is 74,4 + m2. 1 master bedroom. 2 regular bedrooms.

Price: Rp590 million. Please contact WA only: +6281290070037.

BALI JOBS AVAILABLE Looking for an F&B Manager, based in Jakarta with a vision to expand locally. Expat or Local, holding a Hospitality management degree, 5 (five) years experience in the same field, preferably someone who has had experience in opening new outlets and expanding the business, able to work independently and make business plans, strong management, leadership, marketing and motivational skills working visa can be provided for a suitable candidate. Andrew email: ctopandasani@gmail.com Front Desk staff required for Villa Complex (Canggu area). Good english conversational skills,

Looking for a tech - sav v y p rofe s si o n a l w h o i s a b l e to manage and deliver results for our website development projects within quality, time and budget requirements. French Speaker and a team player. Please drop your CV & Portfolio to career@kesato.com I nn ov at i ve i d e a fo r b u il d in g a b e a u t i f u l v i l l a ,e a r t h q u a ke resistant,and termite free on top of lease land in Bali. Contact : ptidsik@gmail.com. Whatsapp : +62811323658.

PROPERTY For Rent, Taman giri, located at Benoa Nusa dua, available October 2019, land size 111sqm, building size 70sqm, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining room, kitchen, electricity 2,200 Watt, PDAM, fishpond, carport, balcony, CCTV, furnished, Rp85 million /year, min stay 2 years, including Cleaning service, 10 minutes to coco mart, 17 minutes to Jimbaran seafood, 18 minutes to Nusa Dua beach, 15 minutes to Jimbaran Hospital, 25 minutes to airpor t, please contact : +6287860257008 or +6281337760885.

Villa for rent available on October 2019. Villa modern style, enclosed

living, Location in pererenan, 10 min drive to echo beach , batu bolong, 5 min to pererenan beach, 3 bedrooms, 3 en - suit bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining, electricity 7,700 Watt, water drilled well, AC, water heater, storage, CCTV, pool+ garden, Rp300 million/ year (minimum stay 2 years) please contact : +6287860257008.

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